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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are the two pieces of mail that Jakes picks up from the concierge when he returns to his flat?
(a) A letter from his brother in America and a bank statement
(b) A bank statement and a wedding invitation
(c) A college commencement invitation and a letter from Brett
(d) A postcard from an army buddy and a letter from his sister

2. As Jake lies in bed, what does he start thinking about that keeps him from sleeping?
(a) He thinks about all the work he has to do the next day and if he will meet his deadlines.
(b) He thinks about going on a trip to the bull-fights.
(c) He thinks about Robert Cohn and South America.
(d) He thinks about the war injury he received in Italy and about what might have happened to the other men who were with him in the hospital.

3. When does Brett say she is going to marry Michael?
(a) When Michael's family gives them the money for the wedding
(b) As soon as they can get the divorce
(c) As soon as he returns to Paris
(d) When he finds a better job

4. What does Jake do when Georgette touches him while they are driving in the horse-cab?
(a) He closes his eyes and enjoys her touch.
(b) He pushes her hand away.
(c) He bends over and kisses her.
(d) He moves closer to her.

5. How is Brett feeling when Jake says goodbye to her at her hotel?
(a) She is excited about leaving Jake and getting on with her life.
(b) She is happy and looking forward to her wedding to Michael.
(c) She is indifferent to Jake.
(d) She is miserable and says she will not see Jake again.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who has a cab waiting for Jake and Bill as they get off the train?

2. Who does Brett's friend, Zizi, introduce her to when she and Jake go into the Café Select?

3. Jake, Bill and their traveling companions in the train compartment talk about fishing trips. What comment does the American wife make about men?

4. What is Brett's reaction when Jake kisses her in the taxi?

5. What is Brett's formal title?

(see the answer key)

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